Postal Reorganization Act Amendments of 1976

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Postal Reorganization Act Amendments - Authorizes appropriations for the Postal Service for fiscal years 1976 through 1979, and for the period commencing July 1, 1976, and ending September 30, 1976. Prohibits the use of any portion of such appropriations to effect a reduction in postal rates and fees for zone-rated fourth-class mail. Requires the confirmation by the Senate of the Presidentially-appointed members of the Postal Rate Commission. Defines the duties of the Chairman of the Postal Rate Commission. Requires the Commission to render a decision within ten months on a request by the Postal Service for changes in postal rates. Provides for an extension of the ten-month period if the Postal Service is determined to have unreasonably delayed consideration of such a request. Sets forth regulations providing for temporary changes in rates and classes. Defines the term "periodical publications" with respect to the provisions for reduced rates. Permits the mailing of such publications as second class mail. Includes within the provisions of this Act for reduced rates: (1) catalogues of course listings issued by institutions of higher learning; and (2) conservation publications of a S…